Chemistry 8.3.1 Flashcards

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Why are Processes that Require Avoiding Contamination always Done Near a Bunsen Burner?

A

To Avoid Contamination.

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2
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What Colour is the Flame of: Li+ ?

A

Red.

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3
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What Colour is the Flame of: Na+ ?

A

Yellow.

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What Colour is the Flame of: K+ ?

A

Purple.

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What Colour is the Flame of: Ca2+ ?

A

Orange.

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6
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What Colour is the Flame of: Cu2+ ?

A

Green

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7
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What are Some Problems with the Flame Test for Metal Ions? (2)

A

-If not Enough of the Metal Ion is Present in the Solution, the Colour of the Flame May be Difficult to Distinguish.

-If there are Multiple Metal Ions Present in the Solution, the Colour of the Flame will be a Difficult to Distinguish Blend of the Different Colours.

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8
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Instead of doing Flame Tests for Metal Ions, Scientists Often Perform…

A

Flame Emissions Spectroscopy.

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